Learn languages one song at a time

Languages through Music revolves around culture, memory, travel, community and fun.

Languages through Music is the brainchild of educator and musician, Desta Haile, who after a good fifteen years of teaching and singing her way around the world thought to combine her favourite things into a flavourful educational platform like no other.

10,000+ students, almost 90 countries, and an award or two later, here we are arrived at the destination: a treasure trove of learning materials, a menu of educational and eye-opening experiences, and a courses that celebrates multilingualism, creative and independent education.

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Why Languages through Music works

It’s powerful

Songs use the most popular words & phrases, in all languages, and contain so much of the history and culture of a country.

Open to everyone

You don't need musical ears, just an open mind! We've had musician guinea pigs, non-musician guinea pigs, all the guinea pigs!

Memory

Music taps into our memory through melodies and storytelling, making it easier for us to remember new words.

“Great pioneering idea, fantastic upbeat teacher, nice visuals and graphic design, amazing musical taste and knowledge and genuine positive vibes! I think greater things in life always come out of amalgamations and this one is perfect for culture lovers. Not sure if I am more looking forward the weekly language lesson or the musical discoveries and the windows they leave open towards their actual culture.”

C. Morales
“Languages through music, where do I start? If you are considering doing this then whatever is holding you back, put it aside. You will not regret it. So far, in two sessions I have learnt some very key Portuguese words and phrases and been introduced to some of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard. Being able to learn in the comfort of my own home has been a treat after a long day at work. I have thoroughly enjoyed it so far and hope to continue until I am fluent enough to travel with confidence. Obrigada .”

Z Woodrofe
"I took Desta's Languages Through Music for 10 sessions this summer and the results were amazing. I went from barely being able to comprehend French to being conversational and fluent within that period. She selected each song with the right vocabulary for my level and her teaching style was patient, yet robust. I'll absolutely recommend Desta's languages through music to anyone trying to learn a new language."

B. Bazawule